Electrician Technician

RIDE Mobility; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 23,694 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

RIDE Mobility in California is looking for an Electrical Technician to handle electrical repairs and routine maintenance of equipment. Candidates should have expertise in troubleshooting PLCs and be able to perform essential electrical tasks with both hand and power tools.

The role requires a high school diploma and a valid electrician license, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the field. Excellent problem-solving skills and familiarity with safety regulations are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an electrical technician.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring.
• Familiar with code requirements and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and maintain electrical wiring and equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance regularly.

Skills

Troubleshooting programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

Electrical systems expertise

Blueprint reading

Manual and power tools proficiency

Understanding of safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in electrical engineering technology

Valid electrician license

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

The following description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion of adding or changing the duties of the position at any time.

SUMMARY

Electrical Technicians will respond to requests for electrical repairs and breakdowns as well as perform routine maintenance and upgrade equipment as necessary. Candidates must know how to troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and make adjustments or repairs if they are not working properly.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, and components using test equipment and hand tools.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
• Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations
• Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes
• Responsible for the protection and safety of company assets, and associates
• Enforces and adheres to all company policies and procedures
• Observe and report procedural violations and illegal activity
• Conduct tests and assessments of new systems and repairs to ensure quality
• Assemble and install electrical panels, wire harnesses, and other electrical equipment
• Respond quickly to all service requests and efficiently troubleshoot and repair electrical systems
• Communicate estimated timelines for repairs to those impacted
• Install new equipment and wiring to expand infrastructure as needed
• Perform preventative maintenance on a regular schedule
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in electrical engineering technology preferred
• Valid electrician license in good standing
• 2+ years of experience working as an electrical technician
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and all necessary equipment
• Able to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Proficient with manual and power tools
• Familiar with code requirements and company safety regulations

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Regularly required to work near moving mechanical parts. Occasionally may work in high precarious places.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

PAY RANGE

$17.20-$24.00/Hourly

EEO STATEMENT

RIDE Coach and Bus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.